The Sorrells is in Stanford-Le-Hope and in Thurrock district. SS17 7DS is located in the Stanford East and Corringham Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Basildon and East Thurrock. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Sorrells, Stanford-le-hope, SS17 7DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SS17 7HA, SS17 7ER, SS17 7ES, SS17 7JB, SS17 7BN, SS17 7JD, SS17 7RA, SS17 7DT, SS17 7QZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SS17 7DS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.6% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.4% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.3% | 31.5% | 7.2% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.3% | 50.4% | -9.9% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 8.1% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 8.9% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48% | 44.5% | -3.5% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 32.6% | 2.5% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 18.5% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.8% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around SS17 7DS this area, 30.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.6% | 30.9% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 12.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 10.4% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 16.4% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 16.4% | 6.8% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.7% | 16% | 1.3% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 5.1% | 4.1% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 3.8% | 2.0% | 2.5% | 1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.3% | 89.3% | -8.0% | 81.4% | 7.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97% | 89.9% | -7.1% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.8% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 89.9% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.3% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.3% | 37.2% | -4.9% |
| Christian | 58.9% | 46.2% | 12.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Sorrells was 81.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.3% higher than the Stanford East and Corringham Town average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Sorrells has the 6th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Stanford East and Corringham Town and the 178th highest crime rate of 505 local areas in Thurrock .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 233.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 The Sorrells, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-01-26 | £362,990 |
| 84 The Sorrells, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-11-15 | £409,205 |
| 48 The Sorrells, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-03-13 | £215,375 |
| 56 The Sorrells, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £373,000 | 2022-07-15 | £377,634 |
| 68 The Sorrells, Stanford-Le-Hope, Thurrock Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2018-11-22 | £375,223 |
SS17 7DS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in SS17 7DS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graham James Primary Academy The Sorrells , Corringham SS17 7ES | 3out of 4 | 161 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arthur Bugler Primary School St James Avenue East , SS17 7BQ | 3out of 4 | 216 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbots Hall Primary School Abbotts Drive , SS17 7BW | 3out of 4 | 253 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Giffards Primary School Queen Elizabeth Drive , Corringham SS17 7TG | 3out of 4 | 675 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Scratton Road , SS17 0PA | 3out of 4 | 1,410 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ortu Hassenbrook Academy Hassenbrook Road , SS17 0NS | 2out of 4 | 916 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ortu Gable Hall School Southend Road , Corringham SS17 8JT | 2out of 4 | 1,295 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clere's School Butts Lane , SS17 0NW | 3out of 4 | 2,390 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodlands Approach , SS16 5BA | 3out of 4 | 5,143 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Children's Support Service Langdon Hills Basildon High Road , Langdon Hills SS16 6HG | 3out of 4 | 4,979 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corringham Cafe | 51 St Johns Way, Corringham | 328 yd | |
| Bikash Restaurant | 25 And 29, St Johns Way | 328 yd | |
| Mamas Cabin | 20 St Johns Way, Corringham | 332 yd | |
| The Fat Pizza/The Fat Burger And Deseserts/Selekt Chicken | Selekt Chicken, 24 St Johns Way | 338 yd | |
| Selekt Chicken | Barnardo's, 24 St Johns Way | 338 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Springhouse | Springhouse Road, Corringham | 418 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishnchickn / Serial Grill | Fish N Chicken, 12 Grover Walk | 217 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 13 Grover Walk, Corringham | 263 yd | |
| Greggs Bakeries | Greggs, 19 Grover Walk | 263 yd | |
| Fish 'N' Chix | 21 St Johns Way, Corringham | 328 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | 89 St Johns Way, Corringham | 302 yd | |
| Iceland | 41 St Johns Way, Corringham | 328 yd | |
| Co-op Food | The Co-operative Food, The Sorrells | 430 yd | |
| Co-op Food | The Co-operative Food, 33 - 37 Gardner Avenue | 909 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oasis Women GROVER WALK | health and fitness suite | 264 yd |
| Impulse Leisure (Corringham) SPRINGHOUSE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 433 yd |
| The Springhouse Springhouse Road | grass pitches | 469 yd |
| Abbots Hall Primary Academy ABBOTTS HALL PRIMARY ACADEMY ABBOTTS HALL PRIMARY ACADEMY ABBOTTS DRIVE | grass pitches | 474 yd |
| Giffards Primary School QUEEN ELIZABETH DRIVE | grass pitches | 709 yd |
| Old Hall Farm CORRINGHAM ATHLETIC SPORTS GROUND CORRINGHAM ATHLETIC SPORTS GROUND THE MANORWAY | grass pitches | 898 yd |
| Hassenbrook Acedemy HASSENBROOK ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 965 yd |
| The Billet Recreation Ground BILLET LANE | grass pitches | 990 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.